First, let's get this out of the way: Instagram filters and editing options are great. They can enhance a photo, camouflage imperfections and even help your entire feed look more cohesive and well put-together. But there are things that even a good editing tool can't do.
Drew Scott, a popular blogger and Instagram super-user, seems to have mastered the art of taking compelling pictures. As he knows personally, getting that perfect shot often comes down to one thing: knowing how to use angles. It's something you can do even when you're the subject of the photo, rather than the photographer.
"One of my main tips for emphasizing Instagram photos is making sure that your photographer gets as low as possible when taking your photo," Drew says.
"A photographer getting a little bit lower down -- as low to the ground as possible -- elevates your height and makes you look superior against the wall," he explains.
Don't just stop there when it comes to using angles to your advantage, Drew adds.
"Angles can make or break a photograph," he says. "Making sure you are taking the picture at the correct angle is definitely key."
Drew suggests playing around with different angles to help determine not just your best angle, but also the best angle for different objects you want to feature. Try straight-on shots, shots from overhead, shots directly from the side -- in other words, experiment.
"Take multiple different photos before you post one," Drew says. "[It] gives you a lot of options and choices."
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